Gear is Damp, Mileage is Low and Motivation is Down | Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike 2023

[@TryingTheHardHikeATAdrieWashne]

That was a great adventurous day. I was a little worried with the goats but also started laughing. Glad you made it to the shelter area!

[@jamesquinlivan7876]

Taylor, love your honesty with your emotions and nice to have the raw details when one is doing a thru hike and all of their gear gets wet. Liked that you took the time to set your gear out to dry while into your hike today. Yeah your food choices are typical but I can see that you are missing the hostel / restaurant food too! Understand that completely. Onward young lady, enjoy your honest emotions today 👍🥾😊

[@westaylor5508]

It is nice to see you be honest and that everyone has bad days when thru hiking. Not every day is going to be great. What you experienced today is the ugly side that so many of us go through. Keep it up, tomorrow is a new day.

[@denisebrown2940]

We all have days like this. You are still a great motivation. Thank you.

[@patriciamanfredo6019]

Hang in there! We’re all rooting for you. I am enjoying following you on the trail, you’re living my dream!

[@Randee04]

Setting up your tent early should allow it to dry. I love remoteness on the trail and not seeing anyone. Just being in the woods with nature is such a motivator. Boots north!

[@ThisIsSolution]

You are much like many humans, seeing or knowing the reward is coming will provide motivation to continue. The old dangling carrot

[@papadawg3172]

I know that feeling of hanging out at a spot on the trail in the middle of nowhere, just to sit and let things dry a bit. It feels strange like I should be moving forward, but I have a good excuse not to. It also lets me just be in the wilderness. I also have specific points on the trail that have meaning for me even though they would seem random to someone else. I'm really glad you will have a time to meet up with family coming up. Thanks for taking us along with you on this trip.

[@John572d4]

Even with the drying out of the clothes on a log though I would go for a branch/twig because the log is holding some moisture and doesn’t let any air circulate under it. The sun, the wind, the air, it’s all there in a splendid sphere.

[@kevinhouk9228]

Hang in there, you knew there were going to be days like this.

[@chriswhittington294]

Thanks for letting us hike with you. I am enjoying it so much. If you don't have a crappy day here & there, you won't appreciate the good days as much! Hike on. ❤

[@rebeccamccormack5012]

Hang in there Taylor…..we’re all routing for you!! Onward to Maine. 🏕️ 🏔️ 🌳 🥾 🐻 🐾

[@castleblayney6156]

Good stuff there, was on a section of the trail in Ireland last Sunday. It was in the Antrim hills near Glenarm great stretch and good day as well.

[@Vividexpress999]

Good luck! I’m a new hiker. I just completed my first 25mile hike last week! Maybe one day I’ll do some of the AT

[@randywineke5416]

Some good days on the trail and some wet days on the trail. Still heading North. Stay Safe and HIKE ON!!!

[@BOSmith1958]

Hey Taylor, I know its not easy but maybe a small fire after a days hike would set a different vibe in the evening and also allow you to dry things out a git before the next days hike. I imagine a second thru hike of the same trail might be different than the first time. The trail is uber mental at times. Just remember you are amazing. I would also think it would be better to have a partner to meet up with at days end. I hope your journey evolves into what you desire. You are doing great.

[@Anthony-iq4lf]

Bro I feel like you commented on a video I watched YEARS ago. Therefore I always have a small fire, (or even make a quick cup of coffee) to bring back the vibes of being in the trail.

[@vickifg13]

Thanks for sharing your video today and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞

[@qsbroom]

Taylor, rain or shine your vlogs are always interesting and a joy to watch!

[@RickINFJ]

You woke up to difficult circumstances, but you forged ahead. 💪Smart to "make hay when the sun shines" and dry your gear a little. You did great, seriously. Wet happens, and it sucks, but you didn't let it stop you. ✌️

[@carolleslie9312]

Love your honesty. Keeping it real.

[@roberttrough6439]

Keep your spirits dry! 😊 it rains on the just and the unjust 😊 you’re take charge hiker. I like your always smiling. Have a glorious day on trail. Enjoy the unexpected 😊

[@wendypelaez9305]

Any motivation in life s easier when you have something to look forward to!

[@earthhorse5127]

Looks like you are pretty dialed in and in tune with your hike. Be safe and enjoy

[@1024Pete]

Sounds like outdoor fun. Nature saying hello and you adapting well! Be well. Happy Trails!

[@7rippster7]

So what its the first time you've spent 2 consecutive nights in your tent. Its your hike. If people don't like how you're hiking oh well. You do what makes you happy. Happy trails!

[@popeyehikestheappalachiant2699]

My motivation was seeing how quickly I could make it to the next town, for some real food. - Fellow New Hampshirite

[@kellyjohnson3617]

For the terrain and the dampness certainly diminishes the motivation. It’s hard to get up and hike in wet clothes and shoes. Thanks for keeping it real. Some days on trail are better than others. I’m glad you have something to look forward to in a couple of days. And thanks for sharing your adventure today

[@disabledarmyveteran]

Hello from South Alabama here in America. Love and light to all ❤. Keep up the great hiking videos, the nature is amazing to see areas that I would otherwise never see without videos like these. Just for reference I am a hammock camper so seeing areas conducive to hammocks is nice.

[@Droptineful]

Hang in there! You’re crushing it!👍🏻

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

You are doing great. Thank you.

[@TXMEDRGR]

Some days you kick, and some days you get kicked. Hang in there, you are doing great.

[@dorothyholloway3489]

I admire your honesty.

[@hdbinnc8583]

You're doing a super job handling the grind of the trail. I would bet it's difficult day after day. You're definitely making great progress! Keep charging and I hope you enjoyed your family.

[@TJG603]

Keep it up Taylor! You’re doing great!!!❤

[@rogerwarr4673]

Sometimes it’s good and sometimes it’s great!

[@patrickhanly7458]

Nice Black-throated Green Warbler calling. Reminds me that May is coming here in the Northeast!

[@johnsandell4501]

Some days are better than other days. Wishing you a family fun day. Nobo 👍

[@jasonwalker559]

Single wall , Ultra light tents have always given me trouble with condensation during heavy rain. In spring. The science is there. It never got unbearable.

[@TheJhtlag]

Yeah, for non through-hikers that's why you put up the fly, water condenses on that, not on the inside of your tent.

[@lisapellitier2450]

Have a good day

[@brandi6093]

Hey from PA! Getting close!!! Safe trails

[@harrymathis4743]

Nothing better than a sunny spot pack explosion!

[@black_dog_barks]

Some days are just 100% moisture, and nothing worse then tenting when it happens.

[@richardross7219]

The drying break was a good idea but, it makes you more susceptible to picking up ticks. Be careful. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick

[@PaulsWanderings]

As I am watching this, from Concord, NH, it's raining and I am glad that I had no hikes planned. The climbs never look steep when I record them.

[@spectrum10]

amazing how the weather can be so different relatively close by. North of Bangor it is sunshine and blue skies

[@PaulsWanderings]

@@spectrum10 it's headed your way.

[@markwells8798]

I have been using gortex socks for many years and they are amazing.

[@adamnichols3506]

Tough days make you tougher.

[@marc31415]

with a few microfiber towels, you can probably speed up the drying process and then hang them off your pack as your walking (to dry)

[@davidschmude]

Nothing dampens the spirits like being soaked (bad pun intended). I so wish you could find a hiking partner like you did last time to help with motivation and passing the miles. Obviously you’re powering through this because I’ve seen FG’s IG posts of you uptrail. Now then, from our side of the camera, I think you’re showing the trail isn’t all fun and roses like you never have before. Hang in there, kid. You’ve got at lot of YTers cheering for you.

[@debsmith7050]

Seems you did really well for a wet one! Future you had a great family visit I'm sure

[@PamHallthetravelingnurse]

You handle challenges and changing weather situations with grace. What a great outlook you have!

[@Maureen.walkdontrun]

Keep thinking of Monday!

[@cynthiasmith4966]

Uncomfortable day in damp clothes, wet shoes and a lackluster trail. Ugh. Hopefully, tomorrow will be better!

[@lcweinstock]

Aw Taylor you can do this! Remember why you hike.

[@lisamonalisahikes]

Your doing great. Just keep at it. Allow yourself to have an so so day. You are doing great! I think your smart to stop and dry stuff for a bit.

[@cathymichaels3784]

Can you show more of where you are going as you walk?

[@gymiford8809]

Thru glamping! Lol

[@jasonc3184]

Wondering if I could get an update on your Befree. Have you had to get a new one? Is it slowing down? Still happy with it? Enjoying the videos.

[@garyb5877]

Did the goats 🐐 follow ? lol.

[@kenmachine9951]

❤go Taylor Go 😎🥾😎 Ken NC

[@Heath.Hikes.]

Do you ever use a footprint with your tent?

[@waldmansheil]

Tyvek

[@Heath.Hikes.]

@@waldmansheil I use tyvek too, I was asking her if she uses a footprint since we never see her tent with one.

[@brewerm1718]

Wet socks and shoes would put me in such a bad mood!

[@jimhenderson387]

You know, Taylor, my biggest fear/concern about doing a thru hike is putting on wet, stinky clothes first thing in the morning, on many mornings. You're tougher than me, that's for sure.

[@jboone7805]

Wow the vlogs have hit another level lately. Really giving us a feel for what it’s like. Great job!

[@granitekiwis.tramping]

What mobile provider has the best reception on the AT and mountains of NH? We’re moving to the Lakes Region of NH from NZ and researching Verizon vs AT&T.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

I'd say it's pretty even. I have at&t but Verizon is probably more popular

[@granitekiwis.tramping]

@@TaylortheNahamshaHiker Thanks heaps!

[@Karen-dq8nw]

Do you feel your tent gives you enough privacy when you're camped near others or near a shelter?

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

Yup

[@TimAReid]

Do you still carry the scrubbie to clean the jet boil?

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

Yes

[@aliencirkus192]

Taylor is an AT Goddess

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Damp clothes, dripping water, its understandable. Real life on the 👣 🌻

[@dannythecamper4186]

Nice video with some views, 😅, so let's keep on hiking..😊

[@frolege1]

4:35 - thanks for showing your audience how you dry out your shoes, socks .. tent etc etc etc … always good to see the little things that make a thru-hike a tough endeavor

[@WorldWideWub]

Embrace the suck 💪

[@Anthony-iq4lf]

You’re inspiring. I’m currently equipping myself to go on the Continental Divide Trail and your videos absolutely help. Keep going big sis!!!! You’re doing great!!! Much love from some bum in MT 😊

[@stevenfleisig6330]

Is this a day hike thing or a thru hike? Doing good.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

Thru-hike

[@catblue6393]

🚶‍♀️👍🏻🙂

[@TimAReid]

Your shorts look pretty cool, reminds me of Hawaii. Do they come in boy style?

[@Doug-tp9qm]

Taylor why did u pitch a tent when there was a shelter right next to u

[@John572d4]

Shelters can have disadvantages like snorers or tight quarters, their main AD-vantage is from say an overnight weather event like wind or a cloudburst. Nowadays though people can find out if something like that is a risk from the internet or a smartphone, most of the time.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

I like the privacy of my tent and the net around me to block out any bugs, mice etc..

[@jimhumphrey]

It wouldn't be a through hike if there were no ups and downs.

[@joanwalker4199]

I think your awesome!! I wish I had the courage to do what your doing ...Keep looking up for that is where you help comes from (God ) .. bless you for better weather and more smiles on your face and singing out loud ..

[@royconnell2506]

Looking good Taylor .

[@Cambiumchuck]

Taylor, I really look forward to your vlog's daily. I don't know how the other subscribers feel, but I wouldn't mind if you were inclined to edit them down to maybe 12-15+ minutes. Seeing your daily tasks, the process you go through with decision making and most of all the nature is really enjoyable. PS. My wife and I did Middle sister yesterday. (for subscribers that's a 52WAV in NH)

[@markwells8798]

Why don't you wear water proof socks?🤔

[@frolege1]

6:50 - here’s a challenge for you Taylor- 7 straight days in your tent without going to a hostel/hotel or shelter .. called it the Taylor Challenge… you can do it kid!!!! Would be interesting to see both your physical and mental condition afterwards. I know I couldn’t do it .

[@TheJhtlag]

Back in the 70's every through-hike was like that

[@PaoloLoCascio]

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[@deborahchadwick210]

You handled the wet mess very well. I couldn't. Stay in hotels/hostels when you want. Glad you gave f/f coming soon. Something to look forward to!

[@marc31415]

putting on a heavy back pack is uggggg

[@frolege1]

Putting on Wet clothes in the morning … yeah, that’s a tough way to start your day.

[@kaidenhall9818]

Have you ever been scared?

[@jen4492]

Can’t stand wet shoes and socks. Sorry. 😢

[@patriciamanfredo6019]

Hang in there! We’re all rooting for you. I am enjoying following you on the trail, you’re living my dream!